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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AI Software Engineer - **Company:** Ford Motor Company - **Location:** Dearborn, MI, United States - **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $192,900.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Cloud Storage, Continuous Integration, Github, Python (Programming Language), OAuth, Open Source Technology, Open Web Application Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, JSON Web Token, Spinnaker, Data Streaming, Management of Software Versions, Trunk-based Development, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Large Language Models, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Google Cloud Functions, Apache Kafka, Virtual Agents, Api Design, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us5f8d608586e70f6a41d67a9fd157af48/eaa ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) * Demonstrated success in accelerating team maturity and improving delivery metrics * GenAI and LLM integration experience Python expertise and love of AI coding agents, AI agent development kits and other LLM optimization * Hands-on experience with React and Angular frameworks * Deep understanding of RESTful and gRPC API design and versioning * Proven track record deploying and operating solutions on Google Cloud Platform * Expertise in containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes/GKE) * Solid grasp of CI/CD tools and pipelines (Tekton, Github Actions, GitLab CI, Spinnaker, etc.) Even better you may have.... * Experience in Google Cloud Platform * Experience with event-driven architectures and streaming platforms (Kafka, Pub/Sub) * Familiarity with security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, OWASP Top 10) * Open source contributions or active participation in tech communities. ## Description We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. In this position.... We're looking for an exceptional AI enabled software engineer-someone who understands rock-solid code and builds with AI and fellow humans! You'll build and maintain critical services using Python, React, Angular, API best practices and Google Cloud Platform. At the same time, you'll act as a coach and change agent, guiding teams toward AI enabled world-class delivery processes and continuously raising both the floor and the ceiling of our engineering organization. Divas need not apply - team first., * Architect, develop and maintain solutions in Python * Build and enhance front-end features using React and Angular * Design and document robust AI solutions for the enterprise * Deploy and operate applications on Google Cloud Platform (GKE, Cloud Functions, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, etc.) * Champion and implement CI/CD pipelines automation, test automation, and trunk-based development * Identify process gaps and lead initiatives to improve software delivery lifecycle (SDLC) maturity and make it easier to go from idea to deployed code * Facilitate change management: introduce new practices and ensure smooth adoption * Influence cross-functional stakeholders-Business, Product, Ops-to align on delivery goals * Understand how to effectively use engineering metrics; continuously refine key performance indicators ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [How to Avoid LLM Pitfalls - Mete Atamel and Guillaume Laforge](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1328-how-to-avoid-llm-pitfalls-mete-atamel-and-guillaume-laforge) - [Building a Multi-Agent Orchestration Engine That Actually Follows the Rules](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100159-building-a-multi-agent-orchestration-engine-that-actually-follows-the-rules) - [Delay the AI Overlords: How OAuth and OpenFGA Can Keep Your AI Agents from Going Rogue](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1637-delay-the-ai-overlords-how-oauth-and-openfga-can-keep-your-ai-agents-from-going-rogue) ## Related Articles - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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